Free safety gear for cyclists

SOLICITORS are helping cyclists be seen and not hurt by giving away free helmets and visibility vests. Staff from Deansgate-based law firm Pannone are handing out the equipment during Manchester Bike Week events and visits to local schools.

SOLICITORS are helping cyclists be seen and not hurt by giving away free helmets and visibility vests.

Staff from Deansgate-based law firm Pannone are handing out the equipment during Manchester Bike Week events and visits to local schools.

Partner Nadia Kerr, head of the firm's cycling claims team, said: "We deal with the results of cycling injuries and feel it is important for us to support any move to help reduce the number of cyclists needlessly injured every year.

"Everyone knows the value of cycling helmets, but wearing a simple high visibility vest is also a great safety aid because it helps motorists see cyclists."